Nairobi (Raxanreeb Online) – Reliable sources confirm that the Opposition Rescue Forum has today dispatched three of its members to Nairobi, where the leaders of Jubaland and Puntland are currently based and politically aligned with the Forum. Talks between Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni, Jubaland President Ahmed Madobe, and representatives from the Opposition Forum are...
Cairo — Somalia’s Minister of Defence, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, met in Cairo with Egypt’s Minister of Defence, Gen. Abdel Majeed Saqr, and senior Egyptian military officials to discuss strengthening bilateral military cooperation and supporting regional peace and stability. According to the Somali side, the talks focused on expanding defence collaboration between the two countries and...
Hiiraan, Somalia – Fresh details have emerged about fierce fighting between local Macawiisley militia and Al-Shabaab militants in Waab Weyne, an area under Maxaas district in Hiiraan region. The clashes broke out after Macawiisley fighters launched an attack on Al-Shabaab members who were moving through rural areas surrounding Maxaas. The confrontation, described as intense, resulted...
Mogadishu – Somalia’s Federal Parliament today officially opened its 7th session, presided over by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, at a time when the country faces heightened political tensions and pressing governance challenges. The session, delayed multiple times due to disputes between the government and opposition, comes amid fears that political discord could overshadow proceedings. Opposition...
The President of the Federal Government of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, participated in a program organized by the Council on Foreign Relations, where he addressed the overall situation of the country, focusing on security, politics, the economy, and dialogue with Somaliland. The President highlighted Somalia’s achievements in the fight against Al-Shabaab, particularly in areas that...
Mogadishu– The opposition protest scheduled to take place today in Mogadishu has been postponed following mediation efforts led by Imaam Ugaas Maxamuud Cali Ugaas, alongside committees of parliamentarians and Hawiye clan elders. The demonstration, originally planned for Siinaay, Tarabuunka and Deyniile districts, has been delayed for nine days to allow for technical preparations. At a...
Mogadishu (Raxanreeb Online) – Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has strongly condemned Thursday’s clashes at Warta Nabadda district police station in Mogadishu, describing the incident as a failed coup attempt by opposition forces. He said the attack, carried out by armed militias, was unlawful and aimed at disrupting peace and order in the capital....
The Somali Police Force has announced that a number of inmates escaped from Warta Nabadda District Police Station after an armed assault earlier today. In an official statement, police confirmed that the attack enabled prisoners facing serious charges to flee custody, causing both damage to property and loss of life. The statement strongly condemned the...
Mogadishu – Somali police announced the arrest of four officers accused of severely assaulting a civilian in Mogadishu’s Siinaay neighborhood. Speaking at a press conference held at the Wardhigley District Police Station, the Banadir Regional Police Commander, Macalin Mahdi, confirmed that the officers are suspected of assaulting Ahmed Siicow, a resident of the area. He...
MOGADISHU – Tensions flared in the Somali capital on Wednesday after opposition leaders led by former President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed arrived at Siinaay Market accompanied by armed security convoys. The visit quickly escalated into violent clashes with government forces already stationed in the area. According to eyewitnesses, government troops commanded by the Somali Police...